About Us

We have come a long way since George Baldwin first opened his doors on 77 Walworth Road, South East London in 1844.

In the last 170+ years, Baldwins has passed from the loving care of George Baldwin whose family helped to establish 12 shops (before downsizing) to the Dagnell family, who have enabled Baldwins to grow into the thriving and vibrant store you see today: London’s oldest and much loved Herbalist.

Now located on 173 Walworth Road, our store still captures the nostalgic atmosphere of the original apothecary – wooden floors, high old fashioned counters and shelves stacked with herbs, oils and ointments.

The reason we are London’s oldest herbalist is because we have adapted with the expanding health food market to offer you – our loyal customers – essential aromatherapy and carrier oils as well as an assortment of other natural remedies including our very own creation, the Synergy Range.